Congratulations, Illinois graduates
Commencement is one of the proudest days of the year at Illinois.
Learn about the day-of the ceremony details and accessibility information. For information on other Commencement Weekend ceremonies and celebrations, visit the Unit Convocation Ceremony Schedule.
Join the celebration
Watch the video of the ceremonyfrom May 13 to help congratulate our amazing Illinois graduates.
Honors, Graduates and Candidates
The list of graduates is as accurate as possible. However, because of production deadlines, names of some degree recipients may not appear, while names of degree candidates may appear even though they have not completed their degree requirements. The University’s official registry for conferral of degrees is the Office of the Registrar, 901 West Illinois Street, Urbana, IL 61801.
You can also download the current 2023 Commencement program to view it as a PDF.
To view past graduation programs, please choose from the following years.
This photo of the Class of 2023 was taken in August 2019. Can you spot your graduate?
Experience Campus
Take a look around.
Explore some of the famous campus landmarks that will be waiting for you when you return as alumni.











Alma Cam
Say hello to a familiar face and watch live from the Alma Mater statue.
The university is always here to welcome you back with open arms.
Altgeld Chimes
Sounds like home. Experience the familiar ring of the Altgeld Chimes.
No matter where you are, don’t forget to turn your tassel
The tassel is worn on the right side and moved to the left when students earn their diplomas.

Congratulations!
As you take your next steps, remember the familiar Illinois orange and blue is never far away.